The University of Canberra — Australia's Capital University

As Australia’s Capital University, we are committed to preparing graduates for successful and rewarding careers in the professions, commerce and public service.

We take pride in what we call professional preparation for professional people. This unique balance of knowledge, skills and practical experience equips our graduates with a valuable competitive edge in the world-wide market place.

Students are encouraged to develop their professional skills and knowledge, participate in internships, and build discipline-related networks. It works. The University was awarded the maximum five star ratings in the Good Universities Guide 2009 for ‘getting a job’ and 'graduate outcomes', making our graduates some of the most employable in Australia.
University of Canberra graduates find they are sought by employers who value their ability to ‘hit the ground running’ when they start their careers.

As Australia’s Capital University, the University of Canberra’s research in areas such as ecology, biometrics, customs and excise, economic modeling, forensics, governance, urban planning and virology delivers solutions to real-world challenges. Our scholars shape and influence public debate in their areas of expertise, and pass on their globally relevant knowledge through the many practical, high quality courses of study on offer to students.

Our courses on offer include:

• Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of Engineering in Network and Software Engineering
• Bachelor of Pharmaceutical Science
• Bachelor of Medical Science
• Master of Business Administration
• Master of Public Administration
• Master of Community and Health Development
• Master of Information Technology
• Master of Nutrition

University of Canberra in brief

• Earned the maximum five stars for getting a job and graduate outcomes in the influential Good Universities Guide 2009
• Is a community of 10,000 students, including 1600 international students from more than 80 countries
• Specialises in professional education and applied research. Our degrees focus on skills for the real world, with many including hands-on experience and a renewed emphasis on ‘work-integrated learning’ across the curriculum
• Provides strong student support including a Personal Adviser for all new undergraduate international students and Smart Study orientation program to assist newly enrolled student a great start in studying at the University
• On-campus support for Muslims students such as Muslim Student Association, Halal food and prayer room
• Provides on-campus accommodation for 1100 students, with a further 500 student rooms in 2009
• Offers on-site medical facilities, gym, library, post office, childcare and preschool, and a wide range of services and facilities nearby including diverse religious and cultural services

Campus location

The University of Canberra is set in a unique environment. The 120 hectare campus is a haven of clean air, tall trees and native vegetation, with many different birds, including white cockatoos and resident kangaroos.

The campus is located about 10 minutes by bus and car from the city centre and within 5 minutes of the lakeside town of Belconnen, where there is a shopping mall, fresh food markets, cinema, restaurants and many facilities. There’s also a modern sport and aquatic centre nearby with the latest swimming and gymnasium facilities. The nearby Lake Ginninderra offers many parks, walking and cycling trails.

With the University situated in the national capital of Australia, Canberra is a vibrant, multicultural city that is safe and easy to get around.

Student services and facilities

General Student Support includes:

• Accommodation
• Graduate Careers Office
• Child care
• Clubs and societies
  
• Commercial campus services
• Dean of Students
• UC AccessAbility
• Equity
• Grievance Resolution
• Health & Counseling
• International student support
• Safety on campus
• Scholarships & prizes
• Spiritual Meeting Place
• Student Association
• Transport
• UCU

Learning Support includes:

• Smart Study Passport:
• In-discipline Support
• PALS (Peer Assisted Learning Sessions)
• Library Rovers
• Academic Skills Program
• Curriculum Resources Centre Education
• International Learning and Teaching Centre
• Design Studios
• Law Learning Resource Centre
• Communication Learning Resource Centre
• Business and Government Student Resource Centre
• Information Sciences and Engineering Student Learning Resource Centre
• Science Resource Centre

Weblink: www.canberra.edu.au

CRICOS provider number: 00212K